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How much does a drafter make in Mississippi?

$67,730a year

Median yearly pay for drafters in Mississippi. That is $32.56 an hour or $5,644 a month.

Hourly
$32.56
Vs. national median
+7%
Rank among states
12 of 40
Jobs in the state
70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,540Median: $67,730Highest 10%: $97,710
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$52,540$25.26
25th$63,560$30.56
Median$67,730$32.56
75th$92,570$44.50
90th$97,710$46.98

Cities in Mississippi

Metro areas, median yearly pay.

Memphis, TN$68,020
Salaries for every job in Mississippi

Nearby in the ranking

States with similar pay for drafters.

9. Utah$69,420
10. Louisiana$68,470
11. Michigan$67,750
12. Mississippi$67,730
13. Colorado$67,320
14. Virginia$67,220
15. Connecticut$66,620
Drafter salary in all states

Frequently asked questions

How much does a drafter make an hour in Mississippi?

The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $32.56 ($67,730 a year).

Do drafters make more in Mississippi than the national average?

Yes: $67,730 against $63,520 nationally, 7% more.

Where does Mississippi rank for drafter pay?

Mississippi ranks 12 of 40 states.

Which city in Mississippi pays drafters the most?

Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $68,020 a year.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.